Agricultural Land (Conservation)

21.

Mr. William Ross
asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps he has taken or is proposing to take to conserve good agricultural land in Scotland.

Mr. McNeil
Every proposal to divert agricultural land to another use which comes before me is thoroughly examined in order to avoid any unnecessary loss.

Mr. Ross
Can my right hon. Friend tell us the outcome of his discussions with Kilmarnock County Council with reference to agricultural land on the outskirts of Kilmarnock?

Mr. McNeil
I am prepared to do so by correspondence.